Kerry Simon is the visionary founder of Keep Pointing Up (KPU), a men’s ministry built on brotherhood, spiritual growth, and authentic transformation. With a heart for discipleship and a drive to connect men across backgrounds and churches, Kerry has led KPU from a bold idea into a thriving movement. A professional land surveyor by trade and a servant-leader by calling, Kerry brings discipline, strategy, and humility to his leadership. He is passionate about providing men with practical tools, Christ-centered relationships, and a safe place to grow stronger together. Under his guidance, KPU has launched dynamic initiatives like KPU Crews, Men’s Nights, and strategic partnerships throughout Acadiana. Kerry’s leadership is marked by vulnerability, authenticity, and relentless faith. Whether he’s speaking from the stage or serving behind the scenes, his mission is clear: to help broken men discover healing, purpose, and bold faith in Jesus Christ.

Stephen Gaubert serves as President of Keep Pointing Up (KPU), bringing decades of professional leadership, community service, and a heart for people to KPU’s mission of pointing men toward Jesus Christ. A Lafayette attorney and longtime community leader, Stephen is the founder of The Law Office of Stephen C. Gaubert. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and graduated cum laude from Southern University Law Center in 2004, where he served on Law Review. Before practicing law, Stephen also served as a police officer with the University of Louisiana Police Department, including service as a Shift Commander.

Stephen’s commitment to Acadiana extends well beyond his legal career. He is a Past President of the Board of Directors of Festival International de Louisiane and has served organizations including the Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana, March of Dimes, CASA, and The 705. He is also a graduate of Leadership Lafayette. But the title that matters most at KPU isn’t lawyer, past president, or community leader. It’s brother. Stephen believes men need other men in their lives who are willing to show up, tell the truth, hold one another accountable, and walk together through both victories and struggles. That belief is at the heart of KPU.

As President, Stephen works alongside Founder Kerry Simon and the KPU leadership team to strengthen the organization, develop its leaders, and help carry its mission throughout Acadiana—creating a place where men from different churches, backgrounds, professions, and walks of life can come together with one thing in common: A desire to keep pointing each other toward Christ. Stephen’s experience has taught him that leadership isn’t about having the loudest voice or the biggest title. It’s about serving people, earning trust, being present, and being willing to stand beside someone when life gets difficult. That’s the kind of leadership he brings to KPU.

Because none of us were created to walk this road alone.

Greg Palmer serves as the Director of Strategic Development for Keep Pointing Up (KPU), where he provides vision, structure, and strategic insight to expand the reach and impact of the ministry. With a strong background in business leadership as CEO of Golfballs.com, Greg brings decades of entrepreneurial experience and executive wisdom to KPU. At the helm of KPU’s growth strategy, Greg focuses on forging partnerships, developing sustainable funding models, and helping ensure every initiative aligns with the ministry’s mission to lead men toward spiritual purpose and brotherhood. His guidance has been instrumental in shaping KPU’s vision, operational strategy, and long-term sustainability. Known for his calm demeanor, business acumen, and deep faith, Greg is passionate about helping men step into their calling with confidence and clarity. Whether it’s in the boardroom or around a campfire, he invests in relationships that build lasting impact.

Neely Heaberlin serves as Director of Operations and on the Board of Directors for Keep Pointing Up (KPU). His heart for KPU comes from his own life experiences and a genuine desire to walk alongside other men through the good seasons and the difficult ones.

Neely also serves at the Refinery Mission, where he works closely with men who are rebuilding their lives, overcoming challenges, and working toward a better future. Being able to walk alongside men in some of the hardest seasons of their lives has had a tremendous impact on him and continues to shape the way he serves others.

At KPU, Neely helps with the day-to-day operations, events, outreach, and organization of the ministry. More importantly, he values the relationships built along the way. He believes men need other men around them—men who will encourage them, challenge them, pray with them, and stand shoulder to shoulder with them through life.

Neely doesn’t believe leadership is about having a title or being the person in front. For him, it’s much simpler than that.

Serve other men

Melvin Granger serves as the Treasurer of Keep Pointing Up (KPU), where he brings decades of financial leadership and operational excellence to the ministry. As a seasoned executive in both the private sector and church administration, Melvin ensures KPU’s financial stewardship aligns with its God-given mission. A native of Acadiana and an Eagle Scout, Melvin also serves as Executive Director of Operations at The Bayou Church. His 18+ years as a controller/treasurer in the oilfield industry have honed his expertise in budgeting, compliance, and strategic planning. At KPU, he safeguards the ministry’s resources while helping to fuel long-term vision and impact. Outside of ministry, Melvin and his wife enjoy flipping houses, supporting local restaurants, and building community through authentic relationships. He’s known for his humility, quiet strength, and a heart fully invested in seeing men grow in their faith and purpose.

Laine Leger serves as a Board Member and Secretary for Keep Pointing Up (KPU), offering steady leadership grounded in faith, integrity, and service. A lifelong resident of Lafayette, Louisiana, Laine is a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and disciple of Jesus Christ with a heart for discipleship and walking alongside others in truth and humility.

Laine has served in various leadership roles and ministry positions for over 12 years and currently serves as the Care Pastor at Harvest Center Church. His pastoral calling reflects a deep commitment to caring for people, meeting them where they are, and helping them grow spiritually through Christ-centered guidance and accountability.

Professionally, Laine is the Owner and Manager of Attention To Detail Painting, LLC, a local business built on trust, quality, and accountability. Those same values guide his role within KPU, where he helps ensure the ministry operates with clarity, transparency, and excellence while remaining firmly rooted in its Christ-centered mission.

Laine’s quiet leadership, commitment to family, and faith-driven service make him a trusted voice on the KPU Board and a valuable steward of the organization’s vision to point men toward Christ and authentic brotherhood.

Pastor Andy Tribe serves as the Pastoral Advisor to the Board for Keep Pointing Up (KPU). A lifelong son of South Louisiana, Andy began his career serving his community as a firefighter with the Lafayette Fire Department before answering God’s call into ministry. In 2005, Andy planted Youngsville Community Church, where he has faithfully served as Founding Senior Pastor for nearly two decades. His ministry is marked by clarity, humility, and authenticity, consistently pointing people to Jesus and equipping leaders to live out their faith boldly. Pastor Andy has been a trusted spiritual voice for KPU since its earliest days, providing wisdom, prayer, and counsel long before formal leadership roles were established. Known for his deep love for people and his gift for connection, Andy is passionate about seeing the potential in every man God places in his path and committed to raising up the next generation of Christ-centered leaders. His greatest ministry begins at home with his wife of 43 years, Mona, their three daughters, and their growing family of granddaughters. Together, they have spent years mentoring and encouraging young families across Acadiana. Andy brings spiritual maturity, pastoral wisdom, and a shepherd’s heart to Keep Pointing Up, and we are grateful for his continued leadership and faithful service.